Israeli soldiers fired warning shots to disperse a diplomatic delegation in the West Bank city of Jenin on Wednesday, leading to widespread condemnation from several nations. The incident occurred as diplomats from over 20 countries, including Britain, Canada, and Japan, were touring the area to assess the impact of Israeli military actions. No injuries were reported, but the Israeli military expressed regret for the incident, stating the diplomats had strayed into a restricted zone. The event has heightened tensions between Israel and its allies amid ongoing criticism of its military operations in Gaza.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli military will take full control of Gaza as part of an expanded military offensive. This declaration follows a series of airstrikes that have reportedly killed over 50 Palestinians in a single day. Despite international pressure to ease the blockade and allow humanitarian aid, Netanyahu stated that the military operations would continue until Hamas is disarmed. Limited aid has begun to enter Gaza, but reports indicate that the humanitarian situation remains dire, with many civilians displaced and in urgent need of assistance.
In a significant escalation of hostilities, Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Russia, with authorities claiming that 485 drones were intercepted over two days. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that 63 drones were shot down over the Moscow region alone. The attacks led to flight disruptions at major airports and resulted in at least one civilian death and several injuries in various regions. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed that air defenses were activated multiple times, and drone debris fell in populated areas, including near a kindergarten, prompting evacuations.